Two new countries bring a whole new set of observations on the way of life in S.E Asia. So far between Laos and Vietnam I’ve noticed: 1. Most towns must have one sign maker who is rolling in it. Every guesthouse has the exact same font and style of sign. This man is one lazy, Read More
Author: Donna
Ayutthaya
Going on the recommendation of the Germans (Patti and Jens) to go stay at Moradok Thai hostel in Ayutthaya we thought we would give it a go. After a short bus trip to this relatively sleepy town we got a tuktuk to the hostel and was greeted by an older thai lady with no teeth named Samsei. Read More
The Best Breakfast in the World
I think I’ve found it. I know we’re covering a good section of the globe… I decided to myself I’d like to find the best breakfast ever. I’ve had many a good breakfast…. many an expensive breakfast (re: Le Meridien 100 dollar breakfast NYC) and even a Big Boy Breakfast. NOTHING compares to the Art Read More
Bangkok Baby
Bangkok – Best Experienced at night I could finish the blog there and let you decide why for yourselves but I’ll fill you in on our experiences in the city so far. Well it’s one of those places that you keep coming back to. Not necessarily because you love it but it’s actually one of the hubs Read More
Random Observations Post 1
A list of things I’ve noticed one month into the trip that are a little different to home: Men carry their girlfriend’s handbag. They don’t just hold it by their side but actually put it over their arm and walk down the street masculine as ever. All soft drinks from the street stalls come in old school Read More
I tefl-ly need to blog more
My absence from the blogging world has been way too long. Lots of updates since I last graced the site with my words of wisdom. Just a little update in terms of timescale to highlight how long since I blogged… The X Factor has actually surpassed the auditions, boot camp and first live final 12 show, Read More
Shoestring September – Day 13
Temptation has struck. In an extremely odd sunny day (for Belfast) I took to the seaside with Lisa and Caoimhe. Bending budget was at the back of my mind but I started as I meant to go on. I stole 3 magnums outta the freezer for us. Note to anyone reading this- magnums make ya thirsty Read More
Shoestring September – Day 5
This non spending malarky seems alright. Saying that, I’ve not had any temptation as it’s been a pretty bog standard work week since I began my journey into the financial desert. As I spoke of ‘breaking point’ in my last blog….I am 24 hours into being semi-rich dons again after getting paid yesterday. When i say ‘semi-rich’ Read More
Shoestring September
Day 1 After trawling sites to find inspiration on how to save money i came across this little medeely. Mail Online – How a cash-strapped teacher beat credit crunch by living on £1 a day for a YEAR after drunken bet It may not come from the best sourced newspaper in the world but i was Read More
Sometimes I wonder…
…what it’ll be like when I read back on this in years to come. You think i’ll look back fondly on the memories and say “Wow I’m so glad I worked so hard and shed blood, sweat and tears to have such a fantastic time!” Rewinding back to the present, I haven’t exactly shed blood….or broke Read More